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With Congress passing another extension, some economists suggest a new reality may be setting in: the era of comprehensive Farm Bills could be ending, replaced by a piecemeal approach in Washington.

At a fiery Senate hearing, farmers and lawmakers call out corporate consolidation for driving up input costs, while industry leaders insist global geopolitics, not greed, are to blame.

In fall 2024, Hurricane Helene stormed through northern Florida, with Full Circle Dairy caught in its trail of destruction.

In a world where leadership is often equated with authority, this Wisconsin dairy office manager offers a refreshing perspective rooted in empathy and empowerment.

Last month, the Holstein springer market potentially reached a historic peak. Although the values remain relatively robust, a nationwide decline has been observed, affecting all reported markets.

Even the best vaccine can fail if mismanaged. Dr. Jon Townsend outlines good handling practices to protect your investment and your cattle.

An intense burst of Arctic air is set to sweep across the U.S., Meteorologist Drew Lerner explains how drought and dry soils will amplify the cold and why this pattern could persist through the rest of winter.

This boom in beef calf revenue has provided a lifeline for many dairy farmers amid milk side downturns. Cows that were once considered for slaughter due to low profitability now carry valuable calves, prompting farmers to optimize their asset cycles instead of simply offloading them.

By providing microbial metabolites directly, postbiotics help calves develop stronger gut defenses and support cows as they move through the biologically demanding transition period.